Semi-Private Louvre Tour with Mona Lisa
Skip the line to see the World's greatest art with a max group size of 6 and a friendly expert guide
Book in advance as sales close 48 hours before departure, and this small group experience fills quickly. With just 6 guests per group, enjoy a more personalized way to explore the museum. Take advantage of group entry, head through security, and dive straight into the Louvre's treasures with a friendly guide. Along the way, you'll hear captivating stories that help you connect each masterpiece to its place in history and the artist behind the work. Perfect for art history enthusiasts!
What You Get With This Tour
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Friendly, English-speaking guide
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Entry to the Louvre Museum
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Guided tour of Louvre highlights
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Viewing of Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and more
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins near the Louvre
Meet your guide near the Louvre. Look for the exact location on your booking voucher. Here, you’ll get a quick orientation before heading through security together. -
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Skip the line and enter the Louvre Museum
With your pre-booked tickets, you’ll swiftly move past the main crowds and step inside the world’s largest museum. Your guide will lead you into the ancient foundations of the Louvre Palace, setting the stage for the masterpieces ahead. -
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Admire the Greek and Roman sculptures
Next, you'll journey through a hall filled with stunning sculptures from the Greek and Roman eras. Stand in awe before two of the museum's most admired pieces: the magnificent Winged Victory of Samothrace, portraying a goddess descending from the skies, and the timeless, graceful Venus de Milo. -
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View Renaissance masterpieces
After exploring antiquity, you'll step into the light of the Renaissance. You’ll stop to appreciate famous works by masters like Raphael and Botticelli. Then, you'll analyze Veronese's massive, colorful The Wedding at Cana, displayed strategically on the wall opposite the museum's most famous painting. -
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See Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa
The moment has come to stand before the legendary Mona Lisa! Tune in as your guide shares the captivating story behind Leonardo da Vinci's iconic portrait—from its infamous theft to the secrets of that elusive smile. -
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Discover iconic French history paintings
Then, you’ll focus on celebrated French Masterpieces that capture dramatic moments in the nation's history. Your guide will reveal the secrets and inaccuracies of Jacques-Louis David's grand-scale Coronation of Napoleon. You'll also encounter Théodore Géricault's powerful The Raft of the Medusa, depicting the aftermath of a tragic shipwreck. -
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Stand before Liberty Leading the People
Conclude your guided art tour with Eugène Delacroix's awe-inspiring Liberty Leading the People. This fascinating painting brilliantly captures the fervor and spirit of the 1830 French Revolution. Listen as your guide brings the revolutionary energy and symbolism of this beloved piece to life. -
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Your tour finishes inside the Louvre
Your guided, semi-private experience concludes inside the Louvre Museum. You’ll have a well-rounded understanding of the museum's key artworks and exhibits. From here, you are free to stay inside to explore other wings and collections at your leisure, or head back out into the heart of Paris for the rest of your day.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
ID requirement: Please bring a government-issued ID in the case of a potential security check.
Booking deadline: Reservations close 48 hours before departure, so we recommend booking in advance to secure your spot.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible as guests will need to navigate some stairs. If you have any doubts about your mobility, we suggest taking a Private Louvre Tour in Paris with Expert Guide.
Bag Policy: Large bags, backpacks or suitcases over 55 x 35 x 20 cm are not permitted inside the museum.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your 2.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line entry to the Louvre Museum
Guided tour of the Louvre’s famous artworks and exhibits
Viewings of the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Liberty Leading the People
Insight into masterpieces like the Coronation of Napoleon and the Winged Victory of Samothrace
Maximum group size of 6
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle
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Customer Reviews
My daughter and I loved our tour. It was a perfect length and we both learned so much from our tour guide. I would definitely book again!
Everything was excellent.
Dimitri is fantastic. He was incredibly knowledgeable and made the experience so much more enjoyable. He was very easy to understand. The pace of the tour was perfect. Highly recommended! The semi private small group and smaller crowds on Thursday evening were a plus!
We had an amazing experience at the Louvre. Our guide helped us navigate the crowds and moved us efficiently through the museum. She included the most famous works (Venus de Milo, Athena Nike, and, of course, the Mona Lisa). But, she also showed us works that showed how art changed over the centuries and, in particular, how art reflected the political turmoil in the 18th and 19th centuries. Our family, which includes both a 13 and 11 year old, was engaged throughout the tour. We all agree that it was one of the highlights of our trip to Paris!
Our guide did a wonderful job of navigating the Lourve for us! From the beginning, she was a total pro. She sent us off to relax at a cafe while she negotiated the delay in the museum's opening, and then smoothly guided us through the bewildering entrance lobby and procedures. Once inside, she was able to put the history of the Louvre in context of the history of France, showing us details and exhibits we would have definitely missed on our own. Her knowledge of art history was also superb and greatly enhanced our appreciation of what we saw. Many thanks -- definitely the way to go!
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Comfortable shoes are encouraged since the tour involves 3 hours of walking. A small water bottle is also recommended.
Can we stay longer in the museum after the tour ends?
You are allowed to stay inside the museum until closing time, even after your guided tour is done. Please note that once you exit the area where the artwork is, you will not be allowed to re-enter.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
If you have any doubts about your mobility, we suggest taking a private Louvre tour so your needs can be better accommodated.
Can I use my Paris Museum Pass to get a discount on our Louvre tour?
We pre-book all of our reservations and tickets for the Louvre Museum in advance, so personal museum passes are not valid for entry or a discount.
What to bring?
Comfortable shoes are encouraged since the tour involves 3 hours of walking. A small water bottle is also recommended.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking as early as possible, as ticket sales close 48 hours before departure and availability is limited.
